Château Gaudin
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Château Gaudin, a family-owned winegrowing estate in Pauillac since 1901, cultivates its vines on gravel rises. It produces red wines in the Pauillac appellation, crafted from a grape blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in oak barrels.
Identity
Château Gaudin is a winegrowing estate located in Pauillac, in the Gironde. It is owned by Vignobles Dubourg, represented by Bernard Dubourg.
History and philosophy
The family-run estate of Château Gaudin was established in 1901 and has been handed down through five generations. The estate's philosophy is rooted in bringing together tradition and innovation throughout the winemaking process.
The appellations
Château Gaudin produces wines under the Pauillac appellation. The estate is also part of the wider Bordeaux wine region. Historically, Château Haut-Gaudin produced wines in Premières Côtes de Bordeaux.
Practical information
Château Gaudin is located at 8 Route des Châteaux, 33250 Pauillac. Wine tastings and direct purchases are available at the property. For any enquiries, the estate can be contacted by telephone on 06 32 11 19 15 or 05 56 59 24 39, or by email at contact@chateau-gaudin.fr or chateau-gaudin@orange.fr.
Find out more
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Who owns Château Gaudin and what is its history?
- Château Gaudin is owned by Vignobles Dubourg, represented by Bernard Dubourg. This family estate began its winemaking journey in 1901 and has been handed down through five generations, upholding a long viticultural tradition. The estate focuses on marrying tradition with innovation in crafting its wines.
- Which grape varieties are used and what are the terroir characteristics of Château Gaudin?
- The Château Gaudin vineyard is set on gravel rises, a terroir renowned for its gravel soils, particularly in the Saint-Lambert locality in Pauillac. The grape blend is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (85%) and Merlot (10%). The remaining 5% consists of Carménère, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. The vines have an average age of 45 years.
- Which appellations does Château Gaudin produce and how are its wines crafted?
- Château Gaudin primarily produces red wines under the Pauillac appellation. The estate is also situated within the broader Bordeaux region. Winemaking is artisanal, from hand-harvesting to cellar ageing. The wines are aged in oak barrels, notably for the “Cuvée Prestige Élevé en fût de chêne”.
- Is it possible to visit Château Gaudin and buy wines on-site?
- Yes, it is possible to taste and purchase Château Gaudin wines directly at the property. The estate is located at 8 Route des Châteaux, 33250 Pauillac. For any enquiries, you can contact them by telephone on 06 32 11 19 15 or 05 56 59 24 39, or by email at contact@chateau-gaudin.fr or chateau-gaudin@orange.fr.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vines at Château Gaudin are planted on gravel rises, a terroir characterised by deep gravelly soils, notably in the Saint-Lambert locality. The average vine age is 45 years. The grape varieties comprise 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, and 5% other varieties including Carménère, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. Harvesting is carried out by hand.
Flagship cuvées
Château Gaudin produces a still red wine under the Pauillac appellation. One of the estate's signature bottlings is the “Cuvée Prestige Élevé en fût de chêne”, which is distinguished by its barrel ageing.
Vinification and ageing
Winemaking at Château Gaudin is an artisanal craft, from the harvest through to ageing. The wines are aged in oak barrels.
- Appellations
- Pauillac, Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Pauillac
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Bernard Dubourg
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Merlot 10%, Carménère, Malbec, Petit Verdot
Practical information
- Address
- 8 Route des Châteaux, 33250 Pauillac
- Phone
- 06 32 11 19 15
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui